Indian eVisa from Austria

Updated on Jul 14, 2024 | Indian e-Visa

Indian electronic visas are the best way to travel to India. Its convenience is unbeatable.

This article is exclusively dedicated to Austrian citizens applying for an Indian e-Visa.

Can Austrian nationals apply for an e-Visa to India?

Austrian citizens can apply for an Indian e-Visa. As of 2024, 171 countries can apply for an Indian e-Visa?. Austria is one of those countries. Travelers can apply for an Indian e-Visa for tourism, business, medical, conference, recreational, etc.

What is an Indian e-Visa for Austrian Citizens?

Indian e-Visa is an electronic travel document that permits Austrian citizens to enter India. Austrian citizens can apply for and receive an Indian e-Visa online. There are 5 types of Indian e-Visas. Applicant can choose one according to their purpose.

What are the 5 Types of Indian e-Visa for Austrian Citizens?

Indian Tourist e-Visa

Indian Tourist e-Visa enables tourists to enter India as tourists. This e-Visa type can be used for tourism, visiting family & friends, short-term cooking or yoga classes, etc.

There are 3 kinds of Tourist e-Visas-

  • 1-Month Tourist e-Visa
  • 1-Year Tourist e-Visa
  • 5-Year Tourist e-Visa

A 1-month tourist e-Visa is a short-term e-Visa with a validity of 30 days. Double entries and length of stay are permitted up to 30 days.

1-Year tourist e-Visa is the second one, with a validity of 365 days. Multiple entries and length of stay are permitted up to 90 days.

5-Year tourist e-Visa is the third one, with a validity of 5 years. Multiple entries and length of stay are permitted up to 90 days.

Indian Business e-Visa

Indian Business e-Visa enables foreign business professionals to enter India for business purposes. This e-Visa type has a validity of 1 year. Multiple entries and length of stay are permitted up to 180 days.

Indian Medical e-Visa

Individuals who wish to take treatments from India can choose Indian Medical e-Visa. This has a validity of 60 days. Triple entries and 60 days of length of stay are permitted.

Indian Medical Applicant e-Visa

Indian Medical Attendant e-Visas are for those accompanying a patient with an Indian medical e-Visa. It has the same validity, number of entries, and duration of continuous stay. Nurses, close family, or friends can accompany the patients.

E-Conference Visa

E-conference visas are for those professionals who plan to visit India for discussions, conferences, webinars, etc. This e-Visa type has a validity of 30 days. Single entry and 30 days of continuous stay are allowed.

What are the Essential Requirements to Apply for an Indian e-Visa?

To apply for an Indian eVisa, there are a few requirements. Essential and additional data in digital format.

What are the Basic Documents Needed to Complete the Process?

  • Scanned Passport Bio page - Any Format, 10 MB
  • Digital Passport-size photo- Any Format, 10 MB
  • Financial Proof- Bank statements, paychecks, etc. to prove you have enough funds to travel and stay in India.
  • Valid Email Address - personal and active email address
  • Debit/ Credit Card- For the payment of the application & visa fee

Go through India Visa Photo Requirements - For more details

What Additional Requirements Are Required to Apply for an Indian e-Visa?

The following additional documents are needed in addition to the ones listed above to obtain an Indian e-Visa for Austrian citizens,

  • India eBusinss Visa - Business card, invitation letter of the Indian company, details of the Indian company
  • India eMedical Visa - Treatment record, a letter from the Indian hospital, and a document from the Indian hospital (with complete details).
  • India eMedical Attendant Visa - Escort permission letter, relationship proof, patient’s treatment record, and documents of the Indian hospital.
  • E- Conference Visa - Conference invitation letter, Political Clearance, Event clearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a citizen of Austria extend their Indian e-Visa?

No one can extend their Indian e-Visa except for Indian medical e-Visa in urgent situations. Overstaying is punishable.

What are the authorized entry & exit points for an Indian e-Visa holder?

There is a list of all the entry and exit points. Please check the list often because it undergoes periodic updation.

As an Austrian citizen, do I need to get any vaccinations before coming to India?

Please check the required vaccination and health certificates before traveling to India. Additionally, you should make sure you are free from any diseases before traveling.

Are there any Possibilities for the Rejection of an Indian e-Visa for Austrian Citizens?

Yes, there are many reasons for the denial of an Indian e-Visa. Understand the reasons and fill out the application with utmost care.

How can I seek Help During the Application Process?

Contact the Indian e-Visa Help Desk for any help during the procedures.


Apart from Austrian citizens, citizens of many countries including Australia, Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Switzerland, Italy, Singapore, United Kingdom are eligible for Indian Visa Online (eVisa India).